RO > call me out; a forever open RP post, version 2

[midvalley]

NEW OPEN RP POST

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[animated]

That seems pretty accurate. Without watching it, you've got a pretty good idea already.

[ he snatches up the remote and plops don on the couch, motioning for Dorian to join him ]

Shall we?

[cultivations]

[ Dorian absolutely does not flop. It is undignified, and not at all worthy of a mage of his prowess and grace.

So he simply sits, as a normal person would, crossing his legs and easing back into his seat. ]

I'll try not to be too amazed.

[animated]

[ man whatever flopping is the only way to sit on a couch ]

I'm sure.

[ and roll film??? ]

[cultivations]

[ Initially, Dorian is more interested in the technical aspects of the movie -- that it works at all is a source of amazement to him -- than to pay much attention to the story. But as it continues, he makes a small, derisive noise. ]

I find it difficult to believe that this Gandalf should be as powerful as they imply him to be.

[animated]

Why? Cause he's not flaunting his magic around?

[cultivations]

Flaunting is a bit strong.

The extent of his abilities are-- what, exactly? Throwing another mage about a room? Anyone can do that, given the proper motivation and a good glass of wine.

[animated]

Remind me not to piss you off, then.

[cultivations]

[ That earns a quiet chuckle from him. ]

The bruises would be worth it, in the end, I assure you.

[animated]

Hey, I'm all for getting a little rough, but I'd rather not be flung across the room.

[cultivations]

[ He hums quietly. ]

To each their own, I suppose.

-- Ah, look at that. He can light the tip of his staff. Good for him.

[animated]

Wow you're so critical. Makes me wonder what you'd have to say about Harry Potter.

[cultivations]

[ He arches an eyebrow. ]

And Ser Potter is...?

[animated]

[ "Ser Potter", is this guy for real?? ]

Uh, it's a series of books about a kid- named Harry Potter- who finds out he's a wizard and goes to wizard school. Cultural phenomenon. They made them into movies, too.

[cultivations]

Ah, good, more magic in fiction. Does he spend the majority of the time not using his abilities as well, save for one moment where he makes a torch?

[animated]

Well, no. I mean, he's learning, but he's like... eleven.

[cultivations]

Is it uncommon, then, for magical abilities to not manifest at such an age in this place? Honest question. I was keeping drinks cool by the time I was learning my letters.

[animated]

I started my studies at twelve. I could probably cast before that, but I didn't know the marks.

I guess that's fundamental difference between creating fire with a wave of your hand and-- [ he draws a quick rune in the air, and the pillow that he rocketed across the room before comes flying back into his waiting hands ] --that.

[cultivations]

[ His attention, of course, is drawn to the marking; he examines it carefully before it dissipates in the air. ]

Fascinating. I can only imagine how much study goes in to memorizing so many spells.

[animated]

I've been at this for sixty-eight years and I'm still learning, if that tells you anything.

[cultivations]

I'll have to insist on a better demonstration of your abilities before I leave. A trading of information, if you will. I can only hope it would be of use to the both of us.

[animated]

Same goes for you.

Oh, I should introduce you to Wyn.

[cultivations]

Ah? A friend of yours?

[animated]

Not... exactly. She's a suit of armor, but she's probably my best work.

[cultivations]

[ A smile tugs at the corner of his mouth. ]

An animated suit of armor. How remarkable -- I look forward to meeting her.

[animated]

You're actually lucky I was still at the store when you popped in, or else the two of you would already be well-acquainted.